Okay, Wow, These Oscars Beauty Looks Are Absolutely Everything

Places, everyone, it's finally time for the big show! That's right—the 2021 Academy Awards have arrived (albeit a little later than usual), and we couldn't be more ready for the epic finale to this year's awards season. For obvious reasons, read carpets have looked a bit different this year and have taken us on a more digital journey than ever before. But this hasn't stopped our favorite celebs from serving up some seriously jaw-dropping beauty moments from the Emmy Awards, Grammy Awards, SAG Awards, and more. This evening's Oscar Awards are sure to be even more exciting.

As we all know, big beauty moments at the Oscars are nothing new. (Check out some of our favorite beauty looks of the new millennium here.) But after a year spent wearing nothing but sweatpants and with less makeup and hairstyling than ever before, we're confident our faves will bring it on the Oscars red carpet this year. Keep scrolling for the most showstopping beauty looks to inspire all your hair and makeup aspirations for when we can show our faces in public again.

Zendaya
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Zendaya

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Excuse us while we pick our jaws up off the floor! Zendaya is absolutely stunning with those flowing mermaid locks and soft, glowy makeup. And those brows? Always iconic.

Must-have beauty product: Lancôme Brow Shaping Powdery Pencil in Light Brown ($27)

Viola Davis
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Viola Davis

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As if the coily faux hawk weren't gorgeous enough, Ms. Viola also hit us with a pink lip and we live.

Must-have beauty product: Matrix Total Results High Amplify Flexible Hold Hairspray ($18)

Maria Bakalova
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Maria Bakalova

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This red lip is speaking to us, are is that sultry eye makeup complete with perfectly curled lashes.

Must-have beauty product: Tweezerman ProMaster Lash Curler ($23)

Regina King
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Regina King

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Regina King can do no wrong in our book, but this monochromatic sky blue moment is something special. 

Must-have beauty product: Clinique Quickliner for Eyes Intense Eyeliner Pencil in Intense Ivy ($20)

Margot Robbie
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Margot Robbie

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This ponytail moment is certainly a departure from Margot's usual lob haircut. We're loving the face-framing fringe and the overall laid-back vibe. Plus, her glowy makeup is just too good.

Must-have beauty products: Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Illuminating Powder ($62), GHD Bodyguard Heat Protect Spray ($22)

Andra Day
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Andra Day

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Andra is a golden goddess this evening!

Must-have beauty products: Chanel Les 4 Ombres in Code Elegants ($62), GHD Professional Hair Dryer Diffuser ($30)

Glenn Close
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Glenn Close

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We are loving how Glenn's signature pixie cut is styled tonight.

Carey Mulligan
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Carey Mulligan

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It's the soft glam for us. Her very best accessory? All that bare skin! 

Must-have beauty products: CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask ($399), GHD Creative Curl Tapered Wand ($199)

Emerald Fennell
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Emerald Fennell

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We are loving this royal purple eye shadow moment! It's not often we get to see a color story like this at the Oscars and it's just gorgeous. Her easy, flowing hair was the perfect complement.

Must-have beauty product: Wella
EIMI Thermal Image Heat Protection Spray ($18)

Angela Bassett
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Angela Bassett

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If there's one thing we know about Ms. Angela, it's that she'll never miss an opportunity to give us a bold eye shadow moment. And she never misses, either!

Must-have beauty products: Lancôme Hypnôse 5-Color Eyeshadow Palette in Blue Hypnotique ($50), GHD Helios Hair Dryer ($249)

Amanda Seyfried
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Amanda Seyfried

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There are no word for this glamorous look. Everything about it exudes Hollywood glamour.

Must-have beauty product: Lancôme Hypnôse 5-Color Eyeshadow Palette in Rose Fusion ($50)

Halle Berry
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Halle Berry

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This asymmetrical, ultra-short bob is such a different look for Halle! We're loving the switch-up, especially the trendy baby bangs. And we'll always appreciate that steadfastly glowy skin.

Must-have beauty product: Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation SPF 25 ($42)

Youn Yuh-jung and Han Ye-ri
Youn Yuh-jung and Han Ye-ri

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Fresh skin and sleek hair will never go out of style.

Must-have beauty product: Phyto Glossing Cream ($23)

Reese Witherspoon
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Reese Witherspoon

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A sleek middle part is always a good idea. Pair it with bronzy eye shadow, as Reese has here, and you're all set.

Must-have beauty product: Giorgio Armani Eye Tint Long-Lasting Liquid Eyeshadow in 41 Fusion ($30)

H.E.R.
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: H.E.R.

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Ladies and gentlemen, H.E.R. A red carpet appearance by this bonafide rockstar is never boring. That berry lip and dramatic eyeliner are such a vibe.

Tiara Thomas

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What a breathtaking look. From the perfect braids to the laid baby hairs and the dramatic smoky eye, it all works.

Vanessa Kirby
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Vanessa Kirby

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Vanessa is looking snatched this evening! That sleek updo is fire and the oxblood lip is quickly becoming her signature.

Must-have beauty products: GHD Limited Edition 20th Anniversary Platinum+ Styler ($259), Tweezerman ProCurl Rose Gold Eyelash Curler ($23) 

Laura Dern
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Laura Dern

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These beautiful barrel curls are so classic and so stunning.

Must-have beauty product: Sisley Paris Hair Rituel Volumizing Spray ($95)

Rita Moreno
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Rita Moreno

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Ms. Rita has long-embraced her gray and we love that she wore her signature flipped crop haircut.

Chloé Zhao
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Chloé Zhao

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Director Chloé's fresh skin and simple braids exude such power.

Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher

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Imagine attending the Oscars for date night. We, too, would rock some pretty curls and a bold lip, a la Isla Fisher.

Celeste Waite
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Celeste Waite

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It's the voluminous natural hair for us, but we're not mad at the red lip, either.

Must-have beauty product: Sisley Paris Phyto-Lèvres Perfect Lip Pencil ($60)

Olivia Coleman
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Olivia Coleman

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Olivia's sleek haircut is so dreamy, as is her pretty Dior makeup look. (Especially those plumped-up lashes.)

Must-have beauty product: Dior Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Waterproof Mascara ($30)

Ariana DeBose
2021 Oscars Red Carpet Beauty: Ariana DeBose

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This smooth, sleek ponytail is so perfect and so satisfying to look at.

Must-have beauty product: T3 Lucea ID 1" Smart Straightener ($235)